Folding Patents (Class 108/115)
  • Publication number: 20090174232
    Abstract: A stool includes a collapsible frame, a triangular seat and a back. The frame includes a bottom hub with three telescopingly adjustable legs and enlarged feet. A top hub is rotatably coupled to the bottom hub for 360 degree rotation, and includes three seat-supporting arms that extend from the top hub, and a pair of uprights that extend from two of the arms. The seat hook-attaches to loops on ends of the arms, and the back extends between the uprights. The legs and arms are pivoted to their respective hubs, but the pivots are slightly frictional so that the arms and legs remain in adjusted positions, with stops on the hubs stopping the legs and arms in their upwardly-pivoted use positions. The frictional pivots include lubricious plastic that facilitates quiet unfolding of the stool, which is important when hunting.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2008
    Publication date: July 9, 2009
    Inventor: Frederick Scott Hoffman
  • Publication number: 20090158971
    Abstract: The modular folding table includes a collapsible truss framework that supports a folding table top and a folding utility shelf, and includes legs that can be connected horizontally or vertically to the legs of one or more similar modular folding tables, to provide desired table and shelf space with a structure that is foldable, strong and stable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Publication date: June 25, 2009
    Inventor: Mark C. Carter
  • Patent number: 7546810
    Abstract: A folding table assembly having an open configuration and a closed configuration. Spring loaded hinges provide the folding table assembly with an automated approach to unfolding the table assembly. Casters provide the table assembly with structure making the assembly portable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 16, 2009
    Assignee: Alltrade Tools LLC
    Inventor: Hector Ray Hernandez
  • Publication number: 20090107366
    Abstract: An exemplary implementation of an aircraft interior table includes a base unit which includes a storage compartment having laterally projecting ends. A bi-fold table comprised of a table panels is horizontally stowed and supported on the upper surface of the base unit. Thus, in a stowed condition, one of the table panels is folded so as to be sandwiched between the other of the table panels and the upper surface of the base unit. The edge of the other table panel opposite to its hinged edge adjoining both table panels is pivotally connected to the base unit by means of a primary hinge. In use, the table panels may be rotated as a unit about the primary hinge so as to achieve an intermediate fold-out condition. While in such a position, the table will present itself half-sized so as to provide the associated aircraft seat occupant with minimal forward obstruction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventors: Armand Fissette, Magnus Aspegren
  • Publication number: 20090107367
    Abstract: A platform, of generally rectangular configuration and of a size to accommodate a portable power tool, such as a rotary saw, includes a longitudinal slot extending from an upper surface of the platform through a lower surface of the platform. The slot is sized and configured to receive the tool device (rotary saw blade and guard for example) so that, the portable power tool can be placed upon and support the rotary power tool after it has been turned off and until its further use is required. A base support, such as a tripod that might be used to support a camera, is provided for the platform, to support the platform for ready access by a user of the power tool, to place the portable powered tool thereupon and retrieve the power tool there-from. The platform and base support are attached together to facilitate collapsing and re-erection of the combined platform and base support to provide a power tool rest for a portable power tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Publication date: April 30, 2009
    Inventor: Stephen Edward Smythe
  • Patent number: 7520228
    Abstract: Folding modular tables include a square table top and hinged vertical supports with hinged horizontal feet. Four coupling members are arranged under the table top, three of one gender and one of the other gender. Two preferred embodiments are provided: one has three male coupling members and one female, the other has three female and one male. By providing these two embodiments, the tables can be coupled to each other in a variety of configurations with the vertical supports and horizontal feet all aligned in such a way as to facilitate the placement of chairs under the table tops.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2009
    Assignee: Ingenious Designs LLC
    Inventors: Joy Mangano, Brian Scevola
  • Publication number: 20090084049
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a portable panel having numerous favorable characteristics. The panel comprises a core having a length, a width, a first side and a second side. A first fiber layer is attached to the first side while a second fiber layer is attached to the second side. A first polyurethane layer is impregnated in the first fiber layer while a second polyurethane layer is impregnated into the second fiber layer. A first skin is attached to the first polyurethane layer while a second skin is attached to the second polyurethane layer. The panel can be used in the manufacture of tables, flooring, risers, stages, bleachers, and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2008
    Publication date: April 2, 2009
    Inventors: Roger Clark, George Gula
  • Patent number: 7503266
    Abstract: The modular folding table includes a collapsible truss framework that supports a folding table top and a folding utility shelf, and includes legs that can be connected horizontally or vertically to the legs of one or more similar modular folding tables, to provide desired table and shelf space with a structure that is foldable, strong and stable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2009
    Inventor: Mark C. Carter
  • Patent number: 7503267
    Abstract: A foldable support system includes a sheet metal flange depending from a table and a sheet metal leg. A pivot pin extends through a slot in the flange and an aperture in the leg so that the leg may rotate and slide relative to the flange. The flange includes a bent tab which extends toward and beyond the leg and the leg includes an arcuate cut out channel having a mouth at a side edge of the leg and a cut out receptacle at its inner end. The bent tab is received in the receptacle to lock the leg in an unfolded position when the pivot pin is at the top of the slot, while the bent tab is within the channel to permit the leg to be rotated to a folded position, when the pivot pin is at the bottom of the channel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2009
    Assignee: Mr. Bar-B-Q-, Inc.
    Inventors: Marc Zemel, Wayne B. Margolin
  • Publication number: 20090044728
    Abstract: A folding table (10) for a barbeque grill, providing a convenient, stowable table to be used with the grill, having a downwardly extending support (14) pivotally attached to a leg of the grill and having an upper end, with a tabletop (12) that is pivotally connected on the upper end of the support (14), and having a means for connecting (22, 24) the tabletop (12) to the grill and holding the tabletop (12) in a generally horizontal position for use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 5, 2006
    Publication date: February 19, 2009
    Inventor: Robert Tourounjian
  • Publication number: 20090000522
    Abstract: There is provided a frame assembly for a foldable workbench comprising a frame assembly for a workbench that is reversibly foldable from an in-use to a folded configuration comprising a central spine; first and second primary work surface frames, each work surface frame having an inner edge, an outer edge and two side edges, wherein each said inner edge thereof hingedly mounts to the central spine such that the primary work surface frames are foldable towards each other; and first and second opposing pairs of legs, each leg pivotally mounting to one end of an outer edge of the first and second primary work surface frames, such that the legs of each opposing pair are foldable towards each other.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2008
    Publication date: January 1, 2009
    Applicant: FREEFORM DESIGN & INNOVATION LIMITED
    Inventors: Matthew Spencer Collins, Matthew Robert Blaylock
  • Patent number: 7469645
    Abstract: Folding modular tables include a square table top and hinged vertical supports with hinged horizontal feet. Four coupling members are arranged under the table top, three of one gender and one of the other gender. Two preferred embodiments are provided: one has three male coupling members and one female, the other has three female and one male. By providing these two embodiments, the tables can be coupled to each other in a variety of configurations with the vertical supports and horizontal feet all aligned in such a way as to facilitate the placement of chairs under the table tops.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2008
    Assignee: Ingenious Designs, LLC
    Inventors: Joy Mangano, Brian Scevola
  • Patent number: 7461752
    Abstract: A foldable article support rack has a shelf-board and a plurality of bearing legs joined to the shelf-board at spaced locations to support the shelf-board steadily. The shelf-board includes two daughter boards that are connected in a manner to be foldable along a line. The foldable article support rack further includes telescopic link mechanisms connected to the daughter boards and the bearing legs. The telescopic link mechanisms are operable to selectively fold the daughter boards and the bearing legs into a plane for storage or stretch the daughter boards and the bearing legs for use. Therefore, manufacturers or merchants could assembly all components of the rack into finished product and fold it into a package for easy storage and transport and, in turn, consumers purchased the rack may immediately stretch it for use without troublesome assembling operation, while not in use, the consumers can fold it for sparing space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2008
    Inventor: Xuliang Li
  • Publication number: 20080295742
    Abstract: A multi-purpose table including a channel forming a portion of, or attached to, a horizontal support bar of the table. The channel includes at least one trough for managing cables and cords associated with electrical and communication outlets. The electrical and communication outlets may be provided in the channel. The outlets remain available to a user of the table when a work surface of the table is positioned in either a horizontal or a vertical position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2007
    Publication date: December 4, 2008
    Applicant: KIMBALL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
    Inventor: Jay M. Henriott
  • Patent number: 7448330
    Abstract: There is provided an apparatus for a folding table assembly comprising a lifting assist center torsion bar assembly, a lift off caster assembly and a stability locking mechanism. A folding table assembly with a lifting assist mechanism provides a lifting assist force during a portion of the folding process of a foldable table from an unfolded use position to a folded storage position. A lift off caster assembly maintains an unfolded table assembly in a stationary position and prevents the unfolded table from wandering or deviating from its original location on the floor. There is also provided a stability locking mechanism that can set the folding table in a folded and stable semi-closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2008
    Assignee: Midwest Folding Products
    Inventors: Jeremias C. Rivera, Jr., John Daniel Lazar, Doss Samikkannu, Scott M. Zeeb, Philip M. Anthony, III
  • Publication number: 20080271648
    Abstract: A portable workstation, in one embodiment, includes a base unit and a table. The base unit includes one or more vertical support members and a platform extending horizontally from the vertical support member. Support legs telescopically extend laterally to support the workstation in an upright position. The platform forms the top of the base unit in an upright position. The table is configured to extend from the base unit and includes a support leg. The table transitions between an extended position and a storage position. When the support legs are in the extended position, the table and support legs provide support to the base unit of the workstation, forming an integrated tripod system. Thus, the base unit may be compact and easily transported in a storage position; however, the platform and the table when extended may provide an ample work surface at a traditional working height.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2008
    Publication date: November 6, 2008
    Inventor: Joe D. Baughman
  • Publication number: 20080245278
    Abstract: A table may include a table top with first and second sections that are connected by a hinge to allow the section to move between a folded position and an unfolded position. The table may also include legs that are movable between a use position and a storage position relative to the table top. The hinge may facilitate folding of the table top when the legs are in the storage position. On the other hand, the hinge may resist folding of the table top when the legs are in the extended position. In addition, the table may include components that expand and/or contract in different fashions in response to changes in temperature. For example, the table top and the frame may be constructed from different materials with different coefficients of expansion in response to temperature changes. The table is preferably sized and configured to accommodate these differences in expansion and contraction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2008
    Publication date: October 9, 2008
    Inventors: Larry Larcom, David C. Winter, Joel Bennett
  • Patent number: 7430968
    Abstract: A folding work platform apparatus is used on a support surface and includes a work platform table and at least three legs. The work platform table has a top surface and a bottom surface disposed opposite the top surface and a side wall disposed between the top and bottom surfaces to define a thickness. The work platform table might have a groove formed into the top surface that extends longitudinally along a longitudinal axis. The at least three legs movably adjoin the bottom surface of the work platform table and are movable to and between a folded state wherein the at least three legs extended from the bottom surface generally parallel with one another and an extended state wherein the at least three legs extend from the bottom surface generally angularly away from the bottom surface and from one another for supporting the work platform table on the support surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2008
    Inventor: Roger T. Clark
  • Publication number: 20080223263
    Abstract: A table may include a table top, a frame and one or more legs that may be movable between extended and collapsed positions relative to the table top. Advantageously, the table top may include a generally planar upper surface and a generally planar lower surface. The lower surface of the table top, however, may include a first lip disposed proximate a first end of the table top and a second lip disposed proximate a second end of the table top. The lower surface may also include mounting members that are sized and configured to allow a frame to be connected to the table top. Desirably, the mounting members allow side rails of a frame to be attached to the table top and at least a portion of the side rails are disposed between the first and second lips. This may allow at least a portion of the frame to be exposed and visible when the table is being used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2008
    Publication date: September 18, 2008
    Inventors: Larry Larcom, Ju-Young Jin
  • Publication number: 20080210144
    Abstract: The invention relates to improvements in the table tops for tables and the tables themselves. The improvements to the table tops is in the form of at least angularly offsetting edges of the table top to allow the same to be more efficiently used, particular in conjunction with other similarly formed table tops of tables to form a group of table which allows efficient use of the same and the space in the room. The invention also provides for an efficient adjustment means which allows the adjustment of the height of the table top with respect to the floor to be performed by the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2006
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Inventor: Michael Prendergast
  • Publication number: 20080210143
    Abstract: A folding table assembly having an open configuration and a closed configuration. Spring loaded hinges provide the folding table assembly with an automated approach to unfolding the table assembly. Casters provide the table assembly with structure making the assembly portable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2008
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Applicant: ALLTRADE TOOLS LLC
    Inventor: Hector Ray Hernandez
  • Patent number: 7418907
    Abstract: A folding table comprises an upper panel, a lower panel, and a plurality of legs swingably articulated to the upper panel. The table is collapsible between an open position, in which the panels are separated, and a closed position, in which the panels are adjacent. Displacement of the lower panel into the open position entails deployment of the legs into a substantially upright position supporting the table in its open position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2008
    Assignee: Keter Plastic Ltd.
    Inventor: Efraim Haimoff
  • Patent number: 7415933
    Abstract: The invention relates to a worktable including a work-plate mountable on a support structure, the support structure comprising at least two frames, each frame being either an integral frame or comprising two or more frame members, articulated to one another along a vertical axis, and being pivotally displaceable with respect to one another between an open position and a collapsed position, forming, in the open position, a work-plate bearing structure, and being, in the collapsed position, flush with one another and providing a storage space for the work-plate. The work-plate being rigidly attachable to the work-plate bearing structure of the support structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2008
    Assignee: Keter Plastic Ltd.
    Inventor: Sami Sagol
  • Patent number: 7415932
    Abstract: A foldable support structure serving as a work surface having apertures that may differ diametrically for support of containerized articles, such as beverages. The foldable support structure has three hinged planar sections with the center section having the aforementioned apertures and the left and right sections incorporating means for fixedly engaging each other. Mating straps extend substantially from a hinged joint and from a section base whereby said foldable support can be suspended from a structure, such as a motor vehicle seat. Tongue and slots positioned on opposing section ends provide means for selectively varying the pitch of the work surface. The device can be used as a free standing table for bed or beach having selectively engageable locking mechanisms positioned on the four corners of the center section and normally in a disengaged position so that the left and right sections are free to move to a user selective engagement between tab and slot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2008
    Inventor: Van Huynh Ngo
  • Publication number: 20080178776
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a table and a bench movably coupled to the table. The table and the bench collectively have a first configuration and a second configuration. The table has a first width when the table and the bench are in the first configuration. The table and the bench collectively have a first height when the table and the bench are in the first configuration. The table and the bench collectively have a second width and a second height when the table and the bench are in the second configuration. The second width is less than half of the first width, and the second height is less than half of the first width.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2007
    Publication date: July 31, 2008
    Inventors: David A. Arias, Kevin O'Doherty, Sai Kei Wong, Chak Por Lee
  • Patent number: 7350469
    Abstract: A latch assembly is disclosed comprising a handle pivotable from a first position to a second position, a slider movable in response to movement of the handle between the first position and the second position, and a pivot pivotable between an upright position and a foldable position, wherein when the handle is in the first position the pivot is locked in one of the upright position and the foldable position, and when the handle is moved to the second position the pivot is movable between the upright position and the foldable position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2008
    Inventors: Paul Koning, Matthew Ruster, Jack Nyenhuis
  • Patent number: 7341006
    Abstract: A folding table assembly having an open configuration and a closed configuration. Spring loaded hinges provide the folding table assembly with an automated approach to unfolding the table assembly. Casters provide the table assembly with structure making the assembly portable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2008
    Assignee: Alltrade Tools LLC
    Inventor: Hector Ray Hernandez
  • Patent number: 7337732
    Abstract: A home entertainment system storage unit includes a front frame having an upper portion, a bottom portion, and first and second side portions extending therebetween. A first side member is hingedly connected to a rear surface of the front frame, the first side member being movable between a first storage position generally adjacent the front frame and a second active position generally perpendicular to the front frame, a rear edge of the first side member includes a vertically extending channel. A second side member is hingedly connected to the rear surface of the front frame, the second side member being movable between a first storage position generally adjacent the front frame and a second active position generally perpendicular to the front frame, a rear edge of the second side member includes a vertically extending channel. A rear panel is slidably receivable within the channels of the first and second side members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2008
    Assignee: Becker Designed, Inc.
    Inventors: William M. Becker, Cristian R. Wicha, Matthew Weatherley
  • Patent number: 7337728
    Abstract: A collapsible folding article of furniture, including a top member forming a generally planar top support surface, a bottom member forming a base, and a plurality of foldable leg assemblies each including a set of at least two elongated leg sections pivotally attached together at adjacent ends by a hinge allowing the leg sections to be rotated between a folded configuration and an extended configuration, each of the hinges having a first part attached to one of the leg sections and a second part attached to the other one of the leg sections, the first and second parts being pivotally secured together and having associated therewith a spring loaded detent for lockingly engaging detent receiving apertures, formed in the first and second parts, when the leg assembly is in its extended configuration, one end of each leg assembly being pivotally attached to the top member and an opposing end of each leg assembly being pivotally attached to the base member, the leg assemblies allowing the top member to be collapsed
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2008
    Inventors: Lyle F. Shabram, Jr., Patrict L. Shabram
  • Publication number: 20080034506
    Abstract: This invention relates to a folding mechanism for a playard, which comprises first and second joints substantially cylindrical in shape. The joints have arcuate plates and stops that cooperative with each other to effect the rotation between the joints, so that the changing table can be moved between an operation position and a storage position. This invention may avoid accidental collapse of the changing table, and enable the users to conveniently fold/unfold the changing table single handed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2007
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Applicant: Wonderland Nurserygoods Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Shun-Min Chen, Jianqun Li
  • Publication number: 20080017082
    Abstract: A folding table includes a frame with a folding top mounted to the frame. A linkage mounts to the frame and to the top and facilitates movement of the top between a horizontal use position and a folded position wherein the top is substantially vertical. The linkage includes a link mounted to the frame at a first end and to the table top at a second end. A first element mounts to the underside of the top and has a slot with a straight portion and an end portion extending upward at an oblique angle to the straight portion. A follower mounts at the top of the frame and slides in the slot and resting in the end portion when the top is in the use position. The slot, follower and linkage are configured so that the table top does not require latching, but cannot be accidentally folding when force is applied to the top.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2006
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Applicant: Sico Incorporated
    Inventor: Richard C. Bue
  • Publication number: 20080006185
    Abstract: A game table is disclosed having a support structure including a large normally horizontal tabletop and legs that are adapted to allow the tabletop to be quickly and effortlessly repositioned into a vertical storage position where the legs are disposed parallel to and against the tabletop so that the table occupies less floor area during periods of non-use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 10, 2006
    Publication date: January 10, 2008
    Inventor: Wen Chih Peng
  • Publication number: 20070277709
    Abstract: The modular folding table includes a collapsible truss framework that supports a folding table top and a folding utility shelf, and includes legs that can be connected horizontally or vertically to the legs of one or more similar modular folding tables, to provide desired table and shelf space with a structure that is foldable, strong and stable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2006
    Publication date: December 6, 2007
    Inventor: Mark C. Carter
  • Patent number: 7302896
    Abstract: A table (1) for self-service shops includes a base frame (2) with four tubular feet (3), two side frames (16) arranged parallel and each having a first and a second wall (17, 18), and a bottom (22) arranged above the base frame (2) and surrounded by the walls (17, 18), wherein each side frame (16) is provided with two tubular uprights (15) carrying the walls (17, 18) and connected to the feet (3) of the base frame (2) by connectors so that the opposing cut surfaces (9) of the feet (3) and the uprights (15) are either arranged in a common plane (10) or are spaced apart in different planes (10?).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2007
    Assignee: Wanzl Metallwarenfabrik GmbH
    Inventors: Franz Polidar, Manfred Handerer
  • Patent number: 7299753
    Abstract: A table may include a table top with a first section that is selectively movable between a use position and a collapsed position, and a second section that is selectively movable between a use position and a collapsed position. The table may also include a first pedestal that is movable between a first position in which the first pedestal supports the first section of the table top in the use position and a second position in which the first section of the table top may be moved between the use position and the collapsed position. The table may include a second pedestal that is movable between a first position in which the second pedestal supports the second section of the table top in the use position and a second position in which the second section of the table top may be move between the use position and the collapsed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2007
    Inventor: L. Curtis Strong
  • Publication number: 20070261611
    Abstract: A desk includes a top panel and at least one leg portion. At least one of the at least one leg portion includes a pole-shaped leg pole that supports the top panel and a leg support that has at least a part abutting a floor surface and is attached to the leg pole so as to support the leg support. The leg support includes, as devices to connect with the leg pole, a pair of sandwiching portions that abut the leg pole and are capable of sandwiching the leg pole therebetween and a fastening device that fastens and connects the pair of sandwiching portions in a state where the leg pole is sandwiched by the pair of sandwiching portions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2007
    Publication date: November 15, 2007
    Applicant: Aichi Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Taku Kumazawa
  • Publication number: 20070256610
    Abstract: A folding table is disclosed. The folding table includes two top panels hingedly connected together to form a table top having a top surface and a bottom surface. The table top has a folding action about the hinged connection of the two top panels. Four leg panels depend from the bottom surface of the table top. Each of the leg panels has a first section and a second section. The first section has a top edge hindgedly connected to the bottom surface of the table top and a side edge hingedly connected to the second section. The leg panels are arranged in two pairs of leg panels wherein the second section of each thin leg panel in the respective pair is hingedly connected to the other resulting in a stiff leg member. The hinged action of the two interconnected second panels fall in a plane of symmetry with the folding action of the table top whereby the folding table may be collapsed from a deployed state forming a table to a folded state for storage and portability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2007
    Publication date: November 8, 2007
    Inventor: Dean Robinson
  • Patent number: 7278646
    Abstract: A movable table stand is mainly composed of a platform, a first foot frame, a second foot frame and a joint member. The platform has an upper surface for a table saw to be mounted thereon and provided with a sliding groove at its two lengthwise sides respectively. A locking member is set at a front end of each sliding groove. The first foot frame is fixed pivotally with a supporting shaft having a sliding pivot at its two sides respectively for sliding along the sliding groove of the platform. The second foot frame is provided with a fixing bolt at its two sides respectively able to insert coordinately into the joint member. The joint member is fixed on the first foot frame and connected pivotally with the platform and the second foot frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Inventor: Bor-Yann Chuang
  • Patent number: 7273261
    Abstract: A portable bar is provided, the bar comprises a framework having a front and back side and comprises a central frame with opposing ends and at least two side frames situated on the opposing ends of the central frame and is perpendicular to the central frame, each of the side frames comprises at least one elongated foot member situated at a bottom end of the side frame; at least two side supporting frames, each frame is connected to the opposing ends of the central frame, the supporting frame comprising a central supporting frame and a side supporting frame, the side supporting frame comprises at least one elongated foot member situated at a bottom end of the side supporting frame; at least one supporting shelf and at least one shelf having an aperture for supporting a container, the shelves is situated on the back side of the framework; at least one counter attached to a top side of the framework and the supporting frames, at least a portion of the counter having an aperture for receiving a cooking apparatus;
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 25, 2007
    Assignee: Original Ideas, Inc
    Inventor: Robert DeMars
  • Publication number: 20070209559
    Abstract: Table with a top which can pivot around a lockable pivot axis characterized in that each of two centrally located table legs is connected at the top end by a mounting assembly to a frame part, which carries the table top. A force-transmitting device is provided in at least one of the frame parts. A handle is connected to the force-transmitting device, and the pivot axis can be released by actuating the handle against the force of at least one spring to allow the table top to pivot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2006
    Publication date: September 13, 2007
    Inventor: Rico Mockel
  • Publication number: 20070204770
    Abstract: The device (20) for moving load carriers, such as crates, containers, kegs, comprising a base plate (10), which encompasses a loading surface (11) with a free lower side (12), from which a flange (14) projects substantially at right angles, can be fixed to the lower side (12) of the base plate, resting against the flange (14) for the purpose of storing and transporting stackable containers in a space-saving manner, yet being able to maneuver or move loaded containers in narrow spaces without effort
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Publication date: September 6, 2007
    Inventors: Rainer Ublacker, Manuel Fernandez
  • Patent number: 7197990
    Abstract: A table tennis table has a lower frame and two playing surface boards. The lower frame comprises vertical struts which are used as carrier elements and are arranged opposite each other along the width of the table tennis table. The playing surface can be transferred from a first position, in which the playing surface boards are vertically oriented and the guides are arranged in a lower position, to a second position, in which the playing surface boards are horizontally oriented and the guiding elements are arranged in an upper position. Upper and lower safety levers maintain the guides in either position. An actuation lever moves the safety levers to allow movement of the playing surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2007
    Assignee: Heinz Kettler GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Joachim Kettler, Heinz Kettler, Reinhard Rocholl
  • Patent number: 7171911
    Abstract: There is provided an apparatus for a folding table assembly comprising a lifting assist center torsion bar assembly, a lift off caster assembly and a stability locking mechanism. A folding table assembly with a lifting assist mechanism provides a lifting assist force during a portion of the folding process of a foldable table from an unfolded use position to a folded storage position. A lift off caster assembly maintains an unfolded table assembly in a stationary position and prevents the unfolded table from wandering or deviating from its original location on the floor. There is also provided a stability locking mechanism that can set the folding table in a folded and stable semi-closed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2007
    Assignee: Midwest Folding Products
    Inventors: Jeremias C. Rivera, Jr., John Daniel Lazar, Doss Samikkannu, Scott M. Zeeb, Philip M. Anthony, III
  • Patent number: 7171910
    Abstract: Blow molded plastic structures are provided for use in various structures such as, but not limited to, tables, chairs, walls, backboards, storage bins, sports equipment and the like. The blow molded plastic structure has a first surface and a second surface extending between a first end and a second end and forming a chamber there between. A plurality of depressions is formed on the second surface and extends into the chamber. The depressions are usually unitary structures formed by a depression wall. Generally, the steeper the depression wall, the more strength is provided to the structure. In addition, where the plurality of depressions has a low profile and a greater density, increased strength is provided to the structure. The depressions may or may not be joined to the first surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2007
    Assignee: Lifetime Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Martin R. Neunzert, Ed VanNimwegen, Curtis Cook, L. Curtis Strong, Barry D. Mower
  • Patent number: 7156356
    Abstract: The invention relates to a foldable stand having a left leg, a right leg, and a brace pivotably connected to both left and right legs. The brace has a first part and a second part where the first and second parts are pivotably connected to each other and wherein the stand folds and unfolds upon the brace pivoting relative to the first and second legs and the first part pivoting relative to the second part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 2, 2007
    Inventor: Robert R. Blattner
  • Patent number: 7150237
    Abstract: A blow-molded table includes a table board, and two opposite support units each foldably mounted on a bottom of the table board. Each of the two support units includes a support stand pivotally mounted on either one of two ends of the table board, and a support member pivotally mounted on a mediate of the table board and pivotally connected with the support stand. Thus, the blow-molded table is supported rigidly and stably when being expanded and is folded when not in use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 21, 2004
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2006
    Assignee: Maxchief Investments, Ltd.
    Inventors: Wen-Shen Lin, Hsin-Hung Tsai
  • Patent number: 7140305
    Abstract: A folding expandable table having a composite pedestal. In the preferred embodiments of this folding table, retractable table legs are integrated within each member of the composite pedestal assembly, which serves to both store such legs and support table top leafs; and, as the table is unfolded, supports the table top with up to four leafs. The folding table can be partially or completed unfolded, to form three distinct configurations with one, two or four leafs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2006
    Inventor: Robert D. Christians
  • Patent number: 7069865
    Abstract: Blow molded plastic structures are provided for use in various structures such as, but not limited to, tables, chairs, walls, backboards, storage bins, sports equipment and the like. The blow molded plastic structure has a first surface and a second surface extending between a first end and a second end and forming a chamber there between. A plurality of depressions is formed on the second surface and extends into the chamber. The depressions are usually unitary structures formed by a depression wall. Generally, the steeper the depression wall, the more strength is provided to the structure. In addition, where the plurality of depressions has a low profile and a greater density, increased strength is provided to the structure. The depressions may or may not be joined to the first surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2003
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2006
    Assignee: Lifetime Products, Inc.
    Inventors: L. Curtis Strong, Barry D. Mower
  • Patent number: 7066547
    Abstract: A portable and stabilized foot rest for positioning on a supporting surface, such as a floor, or the like. The foot rest comprises a generally, rectangularly shaped housing mounting a pair of V-configured legs recessible within the housing in a storage or transporting mode, and extendible for use in a foot supporting mode. Plural releasable locking mechanisms are provided to secure the foot rest in the respective modes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2006
    Inventors: Roger L. Russell, John K. Lapp, Jr., Raymond R. Rutkowski
  • Patent number: 7066098
    Abstract: A nesting table comprises a frame, a table top that rotates between a use configuration and a storage configuration, and a control that controls the rate of rotation from the use configuration to the storage configuration but does not affect the rate of rotation of the table top from the storage configuration to the use configuration. An impact protection device can be mounted on the frame to protect an adjacent table when two or more tables are nested in storage configuration. The nesting table also can be provided with a modesty screen that is mounted such that it does not interfere with the rotation of the table top in either direction. The table further can be provided with a latch including a hook, and a hook cover to further protect adjacent tables in nested configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2006
    Assignee: HNI Technologies Inc.
    Inventors: Steven T. Blasen, Andrew D. Dutton, Timothy J. Nichols, Olson R. Ogden